Africa Tourism News

The first half of 2025 has marked a spectacular resurgence for international tourism, with an impressive influx of nearly 690 million travellers journeying across the globe. This figure represents an …

Wakanow, a leading travel technology company in Africa, is partnering with the 21st Akwaaba African Travel Market, a major travel exhibition in West Africa.  The event, scheduled for September 14-16, …

In a strategic move to become Africa’s top tourist destination, the Lagos State Government has unveiled its new initiative, “101 Days in Lagos”. Speaking at a meeting with the Pulse …

In a landmark development poised to transform mobility and economic ties across Africa, The Gambia and South Africa are nearing an agreement to establish visa-free travel between their nations. Tokyo …

South Africa’s tourism sector has entered a new era of governance after Minister of Tourism Patricia de Lille dissolved the South African Tourism Board on August 25 and appointed an …

In a significant move set to reshape the African tourism landscape, Nigerian travel giant, Finchglow Holidays, on August 22, announced a strategic alliance with Ethiopian Airlines and its tour division, …

In the heart of Voka Mission near Paynesville, Liberia, the afternoon sun casts long shadows over a group of young footballers chasing a ball under sprawling trees. For Chris Onanuga, …

The Tourism Business Council of South Africa (TBCSA) will host the 2025 Tourism Leadership Conference this September at the Sun City resort. The pivotal event will bring together industry leaders …

Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has lauded the rapid progress of development projects in Arba Minch, positioning the southern Ethiopian city as a rising hub for conferences and tourism.  Arba commended …

Africa’s leading aviation giant, Ethiopian Airlines, on July 11, launched an ambitious expansion plan designed to transform its role from a simple air carrier to a complete African tourism facilitator.  …